WHIZ KIDS: Girl Scout Troop Helps out Humane Society

Members of Girl Scout Troop 731 at in Perry Hall have a soft spot for needy animals—and it recently won them a prestigious award. 

After providing extensive service to the , each member received the Girl Scout Bronze Award, the highest honor a Girl Scout Junior can earn.

Amy Doyle, whose niece is a member of the troop, nominated them as .

The troop began planning for the service project in the fall. After deciding to focus on animals, they discovered a need for blankets in cat cages, toys for dogs and other items. To raise money for materials, the girls painted artworks, which were sold during an art auction and talent show in December, Doyle said.

The girls made fleece blankets, decorated tennis balls and held a collection for other items needed by the shelter. On March 23, they presented their donations and received a tour of the Humane Society. They also met the animals. The girls received their awards on March 25.